Asst MGR / Manager - Materials Management - KTM India (India)

Job Title Assistant/ Manager – Materials - KTM India Job Location : Akurdi Pune 2 Reporting to Div. Manager - Materials Team Handling - No Individual contributor 3 Educational Qualification BE / (any reputed college with 1st division ) – Mechanical / Mechatronics 4 Age Minimum: 24 Maximum: 30 5 Experience Minimum: 2 Maximum: 8 Preferred Exposure : 2-Wheeler/ 4 Wheeler Industry (OEMs) in Purchase / Materials / Vendor Development in Press and Fabrication as well as Polymer category 6 Job Responsibilities Please note key highlights of the role Manage end-to-end supplier identification, evaluation, and onboarding Lead business finalization for KTM product sourcing Handle RFQ (Request for Quotation) processes, including analysis and supplier comparisons Negotiate pricing for parts and tooling to achieve cost optimization Plan and manage supplier capacity to meet production requirements Ensure adherence to sourcing schedules and project timelines Drive project management activities in coordination with cross-functional teams Monitor supplier performance and ensure delivery commitments are met Conduct data analysis, generate reports, and provide actionable insights Identify risks and implement effective solutions within the supply chain 7 Additional Requirements Strong expertise in cost analysis and price finalization, including in-depth knowledge of product costing, machine hour rates, and current market price trends Sound knowledge of Press and Fabrication as well as Polymer commodities and components Exposure to manufacturing processes such as Forging & Machining, Casting & Machining, and proprietary products will be an added advantage Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret data and drive insights Proficiency in MS Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) for reporting and analysis Excellent written and verbal communication skills, along with strong presentation abilities Ability to work with minimal supervision, demonstrating high ownership, initiative, and a self-driven approach